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The Government of Lebanon refuses entry to holders of Israeli and Palestinian passports, holders of passports containing a visa for Israel, valid or expired, used or unused and passports with entry stamps to Israel.

Passport valid for six months required by all except nationals of the Syrian Arab Republic arriving from their country with a valid national ID.

Required by all except the following:
(a) nationals of the Syrian Arab Republic for unlimited stays, provided arriving directly from the Syrian Arab Republic (check with Embassy for current regulations);
(b) nationals of Bahrain, Jordan (who hold a passport with a national serial number), Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates for stays of up to three months;
(c) transit passengers continuing their journey by the same or first connecting aircraft, provided holding onward or return documentation and not spending the night at, or leaving, the airport.

1. The following can obtain their visas on arrival at Beirut International Airport or any other port of entry at the Lebanese border, providing passport holders do not possess an Israeli stamp, and they hold return or onward tickets:
(a) nationals of countries listed in the chart above, except nationals of Czech Republic, who must obtain a visa prior to arrival;
(b) nationals of Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Barbados, Belarus, Belize, Bhutan, Brazil, Bulgaria, Chile, China (PR), Costa Rica, Croatia, Georgia, Hong Kong (SAR), Iceland, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Liechtenstein, Macedonia, Macau (SAR), Malaysia, Mexico, Moldova, Monaco, New Zealand, Norway, Panama, Peru, Russian Federation, Singapore, St Kitts & Nevis, Samoa, San Marino, Serbia & Montenegro, Singapore, Switzerland, Ukraine, Uzbekistan and Venezuela. The above list is subject to frequent changes. All visitors requiring a visa should contact the Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy) before leaving for details about where to obtain their visa; see Passport/Visa Information.
(c) a one month visa is available at the Beirut International Airport, for nationals of Algeria, Comoro Islands, Djibouti, Egypt, Libya, Morocco, Mauritania, Somalia, Sudan, Tunisia and Yemen, on the condition they hold a return ticket, hotel reservation and $2000 in cash or legalised cheque.

Visitor 3 month: L£50,000 (single-entry); L£100,000 (multiple-entry). Visitor 1 month: free (single entry). Transit (available at the border): up to 48 hours free; 48 hours to 15 days: L£25,000.

Visitor visas are generally issued for stays of up to three months.

Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy); see Passport/Visa Information.

(a) Valid passport. (b) Two completed application forms. (c) Two passport-size photos. (d) Fee payable by cash or postal order only. (e) For Visitor visas, a letter of invitation from Lebanese host or confirmation of accommodation booking from travel agent. (f) For Business visas, a letter of invitation from the Lebanese host company and/or the applicant’s company in country of origin. (g) Stamped, self-addressed, registered envelope for postal applications.
Note: Children under 18 years old require written consent from their parents/guardian before their visa can be processed.

Depends on nationality of applicant; please contact the Embassy (see Passport/Visa Information) for the specific number of days required for processing applications.

Formalities for temporary residence will be arranged in Lebanon. For details of student and employment visas, enquire at Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy); see Passport/Visa Information.

Embassy of the Republic of Lebanon in the UK
21 Palace Gardens Mews, London W8 4QM, UK
Tel: (020) 7727 6696 or 7229 7265 (consular section).
E-mail: emb_leb@btinternet.com
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0930-1230 (visa applications); 1400-1500 (visa collection). Closed Tuesday and Wednesday.

Embassy of the Republic of Lebanon in the USA
2560 28th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20008, USA
Tel: (202) 939 6300.
Website: www.lebanonembassyus.org

Consulate General of the Republic of Lebanon in the USA
9 East 76th Street, New York, NY 10021, USA
Tel: (212) 744 7905.
Website: www.lebconsny.org

Street address: 550 rue de la Banque Centrale, Hamra, Beirut, Lebanon
Postal address: PO Box 11-5344, Beirut, Lebanon
Tel: (1) 340 940-4.
Website: www.destinationlebanon.com

21 Palace Gardens Mews, London W8 4QM, UK
Tel: (020) 7727 6696 or 7229 7265 (consular section).
E-mail: emb_leb@btinternet.com
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0930-1230 (visa applications); 1400-1500 (visa collection). Closed Tuesday and Wednesday.
Also deals with tourism enquiries.

2560 28th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20008, USA
Tel: (202) 939 6300.
Website: www.lebanonembassyus.org

9 East 76th Street, New York, NY 10021, USA
Tel: (212) 744 7905.
Website: www.lebconsny.org

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A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from travellers from infected areas.

Typhoid occurs in rural areas.

Mains water is normally chlorinated and, whilst relatively safe, may cause mild abdominal upsets. Bottled water is recommended. Drinking water outside main towns and cities is likely to be contaminated and sterilisation is considered essential. Milk is pasteurised and dairy products are safe for consumption. Local meat, poultry, seafood, fruit and vegetables are generally considered safe to eat.

Hepatitis A and B are present but rare.
Rabies is present. For those at high risk, vaccination before arrival should be considered. If you are bitten, seek medical advice without delay. For more information, consult the Health appendix.

Health insurance is essential. Lebanese hospitals are very modern and well equipped and many doctors are highly qualified, reputed to be among the best in the world. All doctors speak either English or French. The majority of hospitals in the region are private and require proof of the patient’s ability to pay the bill before providing treatment (even in emergency cases). Visitors who are not insured and require hospitalisation should contact their Embassy for advice. Standards at Lebanon’s public hospitals are much lower. The two best hospitals in the country are the Hôtel Dieu in Achrafieh, Beirut, and the American University/AUB Hospital in Hamra, Beirut.

Below are listed Public Holidays for the January 2006-June 2007 period.

Jan 1 2006 New Year’s Day. Jan 6 Orthodox Armenian Christmas. Jan 10 Eid al-Adha (Feast of the Sacrifice). Jan 31 Islamic New Year. Feb 9 Feast of St Maroun/Ashoura. Apr 11 Mawlid (Prophet’s Birthday). Apr 6 Good Friday. Apr 9 Easter. April 21 Orthodox Good Friday. Apr 23 Orthodox Easter. May 1 Labour Day. May 6 Martyrs’ Day. May 25 Liberation of the South. Aug 15 Assumption. Nov 1 All Saints’ Day. Oct 22-24 Eid al-Fitr (End of Ramadan). Nov 22 Independence Day. Dec 25 Christmas Day. Dec 31 Eid al-Adha (Feast of the Sacrifice).
Jan 1 2007 New Year’s Day. Jan 6 Orthodox Armenian Christmas. Jan 20 Islamic New Year. Jan 29 Ashoura. Feb 9 Feast of St Maroun. Mar 31 Mawlid al-Nabi (Prophet’s Birthday). Apr 6 Good Friday, Orthodox Good Friday. Apr 9 Easter Sunday, Orthodox Easter. May 1 Labour Day. May 6 Martyrs’ Day. May 25 Liberation of the South.

Muslim feasts are timed according to local sightings of various phases of the moon and the dates given above are approximations. During the lunar month of Ramadan that precedes Eid al-Fitr, Muslims fast during the day and feast at night and normal business patterns may be interrupted. Many restaurants are closed during the day and there may be restrictions on smoking and drinking. Some disruption may continue into Eid al-Fitr itself. Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha may last anything from two to 10 days, depending on the region. For more information, see the World of Islam appendix.